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57mThree Radical Prophets - 3) John The Baptist - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
27m11.Repentance And Faith - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
27m27.Cain And Abel - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
27m29.Two Types Of Sins - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
1h 10mSatan's Tactics with Jesus (Satan's Tactics: Part 3) - Zac Poonen - March 20, 2011
Zac Poonen · Apr 20
53mRepent and Be Baptized in the Spirit (with Romanian Translation) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 29
1h 0mSuch A Great Salvation: 6.Repentance And Faith - Zac Poonen (Telugu)
Zac Poonen · Nov 5
55mA LIFE LED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT: 6.Repentance From Dead Works - Zac Poonen (ROMANIAN)
Zac Poonen · May 10
1h 21mA LIFE LED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT: 10.God Is A Loving Father - Zac Poonen (ROMANIAN)
Zac Poonen · May 10
54mSeeing The Seriousness Of Sin - Zac Poonen (Tamil)
Zac Poonen · Jan 31
57mThe Root Cause Of Failure - Zac Poonen (Tamil)
Zac Poonen · Jan 31
14mThe Creation - The Creator or His Creation Part 1of4 by Zac Poonen (Malayalam)
Zac Poonen · Nov 5
14mInward Righteousness Part 3of4 by Zac Poonen (Malayalam)
Zac Poonen · Nov 4
13mWhat Do You Seek :4 Not Seeking Our Own Interest - Part 4of4 by Zac Poonen(Malayalam)
Zac Poonen · Nov 1
10mLegalism is worse than adultery
Zac Poonen · Oct 20
3m 48sApostasy/Healing/Prosperity? What did Jesus preach?
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
August 4 | Daily Devotion | The Mark Of New Covenant Blessing Is Not Wealth And Health | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 11m · CFC Daily Devotions
True blessing under the New Covenant is not measured by material wealth and health, but by spiritual transformation and union with Christ. The mark of God's blessing is internal holiness and a clear vision of Christ, not external prosperity.
57mCFC India
transcribingThree Radical Prophets - 3) John The Baptist - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 57m
This message focuses on John the Baptist, drawing parallels between his ministry and the current state of Christianity. It emphasizes the need for a radical return to the core teachings and spirit of the Gospel, mirroring the prophetic call of John.
27mCFC India
11.Repentance And Faith - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 27m
The central message emphasizes that true salvation requires both repentance and faith, as God has joined these two elements together. The speaker strongly cautions against forcing people into religious actions, asserting that such works are 'dead works' and have no value before God. True holiness and obedience must be voluntary, stemming from a genuine turning away from idols and toward God.
27mCFC India
27.Cain And Abel - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 27m
The sermon uses the story of Cain and Abel to teach that God values the heart of the person as much as the offering. While Abel's offering is presented as a type of blood sacrifice, the speaker emphasizes that true righteousness comes only through the blood offering of Jesus Christ. Furthermore, the Lord's regard was first for Abel, and then for his offering, indicating that the person's heart condition is crucial for true salvation, which requires both faith and repentance.
27mCFC India
29.Two Types Of Sins - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 27m
The sermon uses the story of Cain and Abel to illustrate the danger of sin, particularly jealousy and selfish ambition, which lead to disorder and evil. The central message emphasizes that God warns us through our conscience and through His servants, and ignoring these warnings increases our responsibility to obey. Ultimately, sin leads to self-destruction, as seen in Cain's lineage being wiped out.
1h 10mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Satan's Tactics with Jesus (Satan's Tactics: Part 3) - Zac Poonen - March 20, 2011
Zac Poonen · Apr 20, 2012 · 1h 10m
The sermon examines Satan's tactics using examples from Eve, Job, and Jesus, emphasizing that God's ultimate purpose in all trials is for our good. The speaker stresses that true spiritual growth comes not from intellectual understanding or preaching, but from being humbled by recognizing one's own insignificance before God, leading to repentance. The greatest mark of a holy person is humility, which is often gained through trials, as seen with Paul's thorn in the flesh.
53mCFC India
Repent and Be Baptized in the Spirit (with Romanian Translation) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 29, 2012 · 53m
The speaker emphasizes that Christians must study God's Word diligently, as relying only on promises or only on commandments leads to an unbalanced life. He warns that many are misled by worldly concerns, suggesting that true understanding comes only from deep study of the Bible. The central message is a call to repentance and refocusing one's mind from earthly matters to heavenly realities.
1h 0mCFC India
transcribingSuch A Great Salvation: 6.Repentance And Faith - Zac Poonen (Telugu)
Zac Poonen · Nov 5, 2011 · 1h 0m
This message focuses on the essential components of salvation: repentance and faith. It emphasizes that salvation is a gift received through faith in Jesus, which naturally leads to a turning away from sin. The core message is that true salvation requires both acknowledging sin and trusting in Christ's atoning work.
55mCFC India
A LIFE LED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT: 6.Repentance From Dead Works - Zac Poonen (ROMANIAN)
Zac Poonen · May 10, 2011 · 55m
The speaker emphasizes that true Christian life requires more than just intellectual belief or outward religious activity; it demands control over one's speech. He draws parallels between a child's lack of value sense and Christians who focus on worldly things over heavenly treasures. Ultimately, the message stresses that controlling one's tongue is paramount, as the ability to speak rightly reflects one's spiritual depth and devotion to God.
1h 21mCFC India
A LIFE LED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT: 10.God Is A Loving Father - Zac Poonen (ROMANIAN)
Zac Poonen · May 10, 2011 · 1h 21m
The speaker emphasizes that the core message of the Gospel is God's unconditional love, contrasting it with the Pharisees' tendency to distinguish between God's love for the sinner and their hatred of sin. He stresses that all people, regardless of background or religion, are fundamentally equal before God, and that sin, no matter how small, creates a separation from God. Ultimately, the message is one of repentance and the necessity of accepting God's forgiveness.
54mCFC India
transcribingSeeing The Seriousness Of Sin - Zac Poonen (Tamil)
Zac Poonen · Jan 31, 2011 · 54m
This message emphasizes the profound seriousness of sin in the Christian life. It calls the listeners to recognize the gravity of sin and the need for a deep understanding of its destructive nature. The core message is a call to repentance and a renewed commitment to holiness.
57mCFC India
transcribingThe Root Cause Of Failure - Zac Poonen (Tamil)
Zac Poonen · Jan 31, 2011 · 57m
The sermon addresses the fundamental reasons behind failure, suggesting that the root cause is often internal rather than external. It emphasizes that true success and change begin with addressing the heart and mindset. The message encourages a deep examination of one's life to find and correct these underlying issues.
14mCFC India
The Creation - The Creator or His Creation Part 1of4 by Zac Poonen (Malayalam)
Zac Poonen · Nov 5, 2010 · 14m
The speaker discusses the true nature of conversion, arguing that merely going through rituals or adopting a new name does not equate to true discipleship. Genuine conversion requires a genuine repentance and a turning away from sin toward God, which is a process of becoming more like Christ, even if perfection is not immediately achieved. The core message emphasizes that true change comes from a heart's repentance, not just outward religious performance.
14mCFC India
Inward Righteousness Part 3of4 by Zac Poonen (Malayalam)
Zac Poonen · Nov 4, 2010 · 14m
The speaker emphasizes that true victory over sin, such as anger, comes from the indwelling work of the Holy Spirit, not just from following rules. He stresses the necessity of immediate repentance, advising listeners to confess their sins and ask for forgiveness from those they have wronged right away, rather than delaying. The core message is that the Holy Spirit empowers us to feel conviction and seek forgiveness, which is a key difference between the Old and New Covenants.
13mCFC India
What Do You Seek :4 Not Seeking Our Own Interest - Part 4of4 by Zac Poonen(Malayalam)
Zac Poonen · Nov 1, 2010 · 13m
The speaker urges listeners to examine their life choices, comparing them to bricks in a building, where choosing personal interest over God's will represents a 'wooden brick.' He emphasizes that true repentance allows God to replace these wrong decisions with 'golden' ones, restoring lost time. Ultimately, the message stresses that radical honesty and a focus on Jesus Christ are necessary for this restoration.
10mCFC India
Legalism is worse than adultery
Zac Poonen · Oct 20, 2008 · 10m
Drawing from the story of the woman caught in adultery, the speaker argues that judgmental legalism is worse than the sin itself. True spiritual growth requires individuals to stop accusing others and instead focus intensely on self-examination and deep repentance. The ultimate goal is to achieve a state of brokenness before God, mirroring the mercy shown by Jesus.
3m 48sCFC India
Apostasy/Healing/Prosperity? What did Jesus preach?
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2008 · 3m 48s
The speaker argues that modern Christianity is being deceived by focusing on earthly prosperity, physical healing, and miracles rather than the true Gospel preached by Jesus and the apostles. He asserts that Jesus never preached sermons on physical healing, and that true understanding comes from humbly accepting the truth about oneself when God reveals it, rather than trying to justify oneself.